1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Holden Commodore

To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Express 1995 Holden Commodore
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Express Commodore
Year Released 1997 1995
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7439 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 286 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 555 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2424 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2740 mm


 

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